Gardener
Gardener
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Job Title: Gardener (Part Time)
Department: Gardens & Grounds
Company: The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant
Reports To: Grounds Manager
Job Summary:
As part of the Goodstone Team you will play a vital role in enhancing our boutique hotels aesthetic appeal and overall guest experience. You will be responsible for maintaining and caring for our gardens landscaping and outdoor areas. Your passion for horticulture attention to detail and creativity will contribute to creating a beautiful and welcoming environment for our guests. With a focus on the natural beauty surrounding the estates you will assist the Estate Manager in ensuring the maintenance and presentation of the gardens grounds and external property are always impeccable. They create a welcoming first impression for our guests.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Regularly mow lawns trim hedges and prune trees and shrubs to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance.
- Weed removal and control to ensure a weed-free garden area.
- Plant and care for flowers plants and seasonal displays to enhance the visual appeal of the estates grounds.
- Monitor and maintain the hotels irrigation system ensuring all plants and lawns receive adequate water.
- Identify and repair any leaks or issues with the irrigation system.
- Assess soil quality and perform necessary tests to determine appropriate fertilization and improvement methods.
- Apply fertilizers and soil conditioners as needed to promote plant health.
- Identify and address common garden pests and diseases promptly and effectively.
- Implement eco-friendly pest control methods to minimize chemical use.
- Identify and address common garden pests and diseases promptly and effectively.
- Implement eco-friendly pest control methods to minimize chemical use.
- Suggest creative ideas for garden design improvements.
- Assist with seasonal changes in garden displays and decorations to create a welcoming atmosphere for guests year-round.
- Leaf removal and snow clearing during the fall and winter seasons.
- Adhere to safety guidelines and best practices in all gardening activities.
- Promote sustainability by using eco-friendly gardening practices and products whenever possible.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- At least 3 years of experience and/or possess a landscape/ornamental horticulture degree or certification.
- Knowledge of various plant species garden maintenance techniques and irrigation systems
- Physical stamina and the ability to perform tasks that may require lifting bending and kneeling
- Methodical and well-managed working methods to ensure all priority areas are maintained and well-presented throughout the week.
- Flexibility to work on weekends holidays and during adverse weather conditions.
Job Type:
Part Time: Must be able to work a varied schedule including weekdays weekends and some holidays.
Supervisory Responsibility:
No
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently expected to stand for long periods; walk climb stairs comfortably use hands to finger handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms and requires the ability to lift products occasionally supplies of up to 50 pounds.
Additional Duties:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.
Part Time: Must be able to work a varied schedule including weekdays weekends and some holidays.
Supervisory Responsibility:
No
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently expected to stand for long periods; walk climb stairs comfortably use hands to finger handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms and requires the ability to lift products occasionally supplies of up to 50 pounds.
Additional Duties:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.
Compensation: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Goodstone Inn & Restaurant is a privatelyowned property situated on the outskirts of thecharming town of Middleburg Virginia. Goodstone is located less than ten minutes from the centerof town and offers numerous activities lodging accommodations and part of the Goodstone Team we are committed to inspire and instill a passion for excellence and provide you with the opportunity to excel and grow as a team player!
Employment Type
Part-Time
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